February 2003PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
Residential Estate (Industry)
Thin client terminals from Phoenix Contact provide a basis for modern networked operation and monitoring. These diskless embedded PCs (up to 750 MHz), protection category IP54/65, have a robust and compact cast aluminium housing that allows use virtually anywhere. Embedded operating systems such as Windows XP Embedded or Windows CE do not require a hard drive. They are particularly suited to use in vibration environments. An integrated wireless network card and DC and AC power supplies enable mobile applications as well.
High-grade TFT displays with touchscreens and the Ethernet networking concept give the devices universal application possibilities. They can be used as Web panels with an integrated browser, or as remote operating stations. VT220 or X-terminal applications present no problems.
NetCap, an industrial-specification remote operating software, make these terminals into a distributed, mobile control system in widely spread facilities. NetCap enables distributed operation and monitoring with up to nine operating stations, as all screens display the same 'monitor image'. An integrated user manager for passwords or even key switches prevents simultaneous operation by different users when there are multiple operating stations.
ABB updates distributed control system ABB South Africa
PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
Leveraging 30 years of continuous innovation and reliability, ABB’s updated Freelance 2024 distributed control system (DCS) offers greater plant adaptability, faster and more reliable device communication, improved system security, and seamless data exchange.
Read more...Four ways modern operations control can boost sustainability and efficiency
PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
With the growing importance of digital transformation, HMIs and scada have evolved from control panels to vast operational hubs. Next-gen HMI/scada can bring together data, personalisation, and advanced insights to successfully achieve organisational goals, it is important to think about HMI/scada holistically within the operations ecosystem.
Read more...Securing access against unwanted visitors Intelliguard
Access Control & Identity Management Residential Estate (Industry) Products & Solutions
In today's residential estates and complexes, one of the biggest concerns is preventing unauthorised access, while ensuring a smooth and convenient experience for residents and approved visitors.
Read more...Smart access for a safer community neaMetrics Suprema
Access Control & Identity Management Residential Estate (Industry) Products & Solutions
Suprema's BioEntry W3 integrates AI-powered facial authentication into a sleek design that prioritises security, privacy and user experience, and even allows users to store their facial templates on their mobiles instead of external devices.
Read more...Effortless and secure visitor management Secutel Technologies
Access Control & Identity Management Residential Estate (Industry)
Secutel Ventures has introduced SecuVisit, an access control solution designed to simplify visitor management while enhancing security. With two innovative components onboard, SecuVisit ensures seamless visitor check-ins anytime, anywhere.
Read more...Glovent’s SOS Suite triple protects estate residents
News & Events Access Control & Identity Management Residential Estate (Industry)
One hundred and fifty-three years since the world’s first panic button was introduced in New York City, Glovent offers estate residents three different ways of summoning emergency assistance at the touch of a button.
Read more...Dahua launches 2-wire hybrid video intercom system Dahua Technology South Africa
Smart Home Automation Access Control & Identity Management Residential Estate (Industry)
Dahua Technology has launched a 2-Wire Hybrid Video Intercom System (the Dahua EACH Series) that redefines residential security and communication with its high image quality and easy deployment features.
Read more...The convergence of intelligence: DCS, SCADA and TLC Schneider Electric South Africa
PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
In the early days of industrialisation, control systems were primarily mechanical, and relied on manual intervention and simple feedback loops to manage processes. Now, in the 21st century, industrial process automation systems are mind-blowingly intelligent, and provide almost unparalleled control and monitoring capabilities, making them integral to modern industrial systems.
Read more...PC-based control for advanced hydrogen storage technology Beckhoff Automation
Editor's Choice PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
The proportion of renewable energies from solar, wind and water is rising continuously. However, sufficient storage options are of the essence to use these energies as efficiently as possible. GKN Hydrogen offers a particularly compact and safe option, low-pressure metal hydride hydrogen storage systems with PC-based control from Beckhoff.
Read more...ABB modernises key board mill ABB South Africa
PLCs, DCSs & Controllers
ABB has secured a landmark contract to modernise Smurfit Kappa’s Paper Machine 5 at its corrugated cardboard mill near Mexico City. ABB will provide Smurfit Kappa with DCS, accompanied by a comprehensive paper machine drives system, encompassing some of the market’s most advanced drives and motors meticulously designed to optimise PM5’s performance.
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